Penalty for Buying Food Stamps refers to the legal consequences faced by individuals who engage in the unauthorized purchase or exchange of food stamps, also known as Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.
SNAP is a federally funded program that provides food assistance to low-income individuals and families. Food stamps are electronic benefits that can be used to purchase food at authorized retail locations. However, the program has strict rules and regulations to prevent fraud and misuse.